Swindon Learning Ambassadors on 14 April 2005 Research carried out by Swindon Learning Ambassadors on 14 April 2005 Visitor’s First Impressions

Questionnaire prepared by Jonjo Higgins Research collected by: Shahnaz Begum John Child Sandra Gonsalves Munira Jeewanjee Carol Willis

33 people approached 30 questionnaires completed 3 said no (all for good reasons)

What is the purpose of your visit today? 9 visiting Learning Ambassadors 3 visiting Teachers 1 visiting Head Teacher 1 came in to carry out an assessment 2 came in to visit child (observation) 1 courier + 1 delivery 3 order school dinners 2 adult tutors 2 creche workers 3 workers 1 attend an adult class 1 blank form

1 person stated that the signs are clear 1 stated that they only understood security 1 felt that H&S would be explained at some point 1 felt it wasn't applicable to them

Replies include words like: ‘very’, ‘definitely’, ‘most welcoming’ and ‘I always feel better!’

“The school has a reputation of being multicultural” “The courses provided make ethnic groups most welcome” “Thanks to the School Authority”

Some of the Comments Received: Super school Fabulous events and functions in the Community Room The school is doing a great deal to meet the various ethnic needs Staff very friendly Need better signs A slope at front would be nice to help with deliveries Please do not allow children to walk home alone (3 of the same comment)

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